Nations General Assembly & International Day

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The United NationsGeneral Assembly today decided to observe the International Day of Non-Violence each year on 2 October – the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who helped lead India to independence and inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world.

“The weak can never forgive, Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong” – Mahatma GandhiMohandas Karamchand Gandhi, also known as Mahatma (Great Soul) Gandhi or Bapu (Father) is considered as an icon of non-violence and peace. His birthday 2 nd October was adopted byUnited NationsGeneral Assembly on 15 th June 2007 as the International Day of Non-violence. Mahatma Gandhi’s life and teachings has been a great source of inspiration and ideal for some of the greatest personalities of the world. Some of the greatest quotes about this greatest man by some of the most influential personals in history include: Albert Einstein: “Generations to come will scarce believe that such a one as this ever in flesh and blood walked upon this earth.” Albert Einstein: “I am absolutely convinced that no wealth in the world can help humanity forward. The example of great and fine personalities is the only thing that can lead us to fine ideas and noble deeds. Can anyoneimagine Moses, Jesus or Gandhi with the mo ...